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Newspaper

Seattle Star

Location

Seattle, Washington, United States of America

Date

Apr 16, 1919

Page

6

Hanson Talks on Bolshevism in Seattle Speech

Mayor Ole Hanson of Seattle denounced Bolshevists as those who would overturn government and urged they be driven out or deported. He linked the I W W to Bolshevists, accusing them of controlling Seattle’s Central Labor Council and applauding Reds for backing labor gains, while urging a full day’s work for full pay.

San Francisco Ty Tinted Ole Hanson Seattle Hanson Bolshevists Central Labor Council Central Council Reds

Police search for two men missing on fishing trip

Cleveland police seek John Lax and Charlies, both missing since last Thursday. Lax, 3833 Lowman Drive, took $200 and planned a short trip with an older man. family fears foul play. A second item notes Gary W. Brand, president of the National Coffee Roasters Association, stating coffee prices will rise as roasters met at a hotel to discuss future trends.

John Lax Charlies Lax Lowman Drive Altho Cleveland Ohio Gary W. Brand Natonal Coffee Roasters’ Association

Prohibition Fight Moves Across California After Harris Bill

In San Francisco on April 16 a strong statewide campaign against prohibition begins. The California Grape Protective association plans referendums against the Harris act and the national prohibition amendment to circulate within a week in every county. The Harris bill enforces national prohibition in California and is void if national prohibition fails to take effect. It bans all liquor over one half of one percent alcohol content.

San Francisco California Stephens California Grape Protective Association

McAdoo Hired to Challenge Henry Pittock Will

William G. McAdoo, former treasury secretary, was retained in Portland by the Pittock heirs to attempt to break the late Henry L. Pittock will. The will places the $8,000,000 Oregonian estate in trust with C. A. Morden and C. L. Price for 20 years, with $500 monthly for each of five heirs and no power of management for heirs. McAdoo will return to Portland when the case is ready for hearing.

Portland, Ore United Preas William G. McAdoo the Treasury Portland Henry L. Pittoeck Pittock Portland Oregonian C. A. Morden The Oregonian C. L

Hoyt Funeral set for Seattle attorney Heber Fi Hoyt

Funeral services for Heber Fi Hoyt prominent Seattle attorney who died in Houston Texas on a business trip will be held Wednesday afternoon at Butterworth Sons chapel Rev W A Major to officiate the service

Private Neibour Rainbow Man Faces Waves of Huns

The Rainbow Division cites Private Thomas O. Neibour of the 167th Infantry as its bravest. On October 16 he held a crest alone after being wounded, repelled a German counterattack, and captured 11 enemies, earning high praise from Gen. Pershing as he sent them back to our lines. Victory bonds are urged to bring them home.

A. E. Geldhof Washington Rainbow Division Thomas O. Neibour 167Th Infantry 42Nd Neibour Cote de Chatillon Kriemhilde Rainbow Boys Nelbour Eidea Gen. Pershing Idaho Liberty Victory

U S Ships Food Tonnage Toward Europe and Asia

Washington April 16 The United States is furnishing tonnage for the transport of food to almost all of Europe and Asia. Chairman Hurley of the United States Shipping Board reported that 1 450 000 tons of US shipping are being used in the effort. Of this amount 640 000 tons were placed at the disposal of the Hoover Commission in April.

Washington United Preea United States Europe Asia Hurley United States Shipping Board Hoover Commission

Advertising Spotlight Promises The Star Brand Power

A brief note highlights The Star as the go to name for advertising needs. It markets brand impact and broad reach for clients seeking visibility in print and local markets.

League Agents Plan Support for Covenant in Senate

Washington April 16 supporters of the league of nations covenant aim to shape the foreign relations committee to favor the covenant. With vacancies to fill the panel could tilt to 11 to 6 for the covenant if Republicans join Democrats, as Kenyon Norris and Harding are eyed as pro league.

United Preen Washington Senate League of Nations Covenant Foreign Relations Committee League Benator Baulsbury Delaware Smith Michigan Robinson Arkansas Kenyon Iowa Norris Nebraska Marding Ohio Harding Thomas Colorado

New York Faces Two Strikes Threaten Shipping Halt

Two threats loom in New York as marine workers threaten a general harbor walkout at 6 am to protest non union tugboat towings. Meanwhile Brooklyn Rapid Transit workers threaten a walkout halting elevated lines street cars and much of subway service in Brooklyn.

New York United Preas Marine Workers General Harbor Brooklyn Rapid Transit Brooklyn

Sam Kersler Arrested Again On Liquor Violation Charge

Sam Kersler a junk man was arrested again Tuesday a few hours after a $50 fine for liquor law violations. Federal authorities requested the arrest and a charge of bringing whisky into dry territory is expected to be filed. He is held by the department of justice.

Sam Kersler Department of Justice

Landings Underway at Mare Island for Aerial Patrol

Vallejo Cal April 16 Naval authorities began building landings at Mare Island naval training station for flights from Rockwell field to Vallejo. The sites are planned for use with the California coast aerial patrol and should be finished by May 1.

Vallejo Cal United Press Mare Ia Land

Royal Arcanum Convention Heads to Seattle Session

Representatives from 11 councils in the jurisdiction will convene at the Odd Fellows temple on Pine street and 10th avenue beginning Thursday. Tom H. Brown of Seattle will preside as grand regent during the sessions.

Royal Arcanum Odd Fellows’ Temple 10Th Ave KE. Pine St Tom H. Brown Seattle

Old Officers Plan Revolt in Germany Shaken by League

Berlin reports radical leaders fear old army men and 75 000 officers plot a coup via the League Against Bolshevism backed by capitalists and former nobles. The movement grows with hundreds of thousands of military veterans ready to back a government clash.

Frank J. Taylor United Press Berlin Germany League Cormany Bertin Hindenburg Huesia Holoheinem Teaders Arma Russia Bolshevienn Sovietsa

Brazil Grants Japanese Land in Sao Paulo Colony

Buenos Aires April 16. Japanese colonization in Southern Brazil advances after a seven year effort. Initial 25 families received 75 acres each, a Japanese company secured 125000 acres aiming to settle 2000 Japanese. Title disputes hindered full program as rice farming remains key industry and Sao Paulo city reports Japanese workers as reliable dock laborers.

Buenos Aires Brazil Sao Paulo

Prohibition Law Not Considered in White House View

Paris April 16 United Press reports President Wilson will not consider war time prohibition until peace is signed and demobilization is addressed. The White House has not raised the issue yet noting the law hinges on actual demobilization.

Paris United Press Wilson White House

Naval inquiry into Matanuska coal fields voyage

Capt. L H Gregory and Capt. S B E W Kittelle U S N departed Wednesday aboard the steamship Alaska bound for Alaska to study the Matanuska coal fields as a potential Navy fuel source. They will use Anchorage as a base and assess terminal facilities and transport needs for a six week investigation.

L. BH. Gregory BE. W. Kittelle Alaska Matanuska Navy Anchorage

Wide Brims and Easter Hats Parade in Pastel Color

A gallery of Easter headwear features wide brimmed hats with see through veiling. Ostrich feather trims appear on several models alongside Leghorn styles with pastel decorations and Bata vias wool embroidery finishing touches. Natural color fruit accents provide a rustic charm.

Easter Blouses for fuller figures debut at Bon Marche

An Easter offering features larger silk blouses priced at 4.95. Georgette and crepe de chine fabrics with beadwork and embroidery are offered in white, flesh, and mass shades from sizes 46 to 56. Beaded and color accented designs appeal to heavier women.

White Hairbow Ribbons Symbolic of Easter Time

Advertises white hairbow ribbons for Easter time in various styles. Includes camel edge 5 inch wide ribbons 50 cents, white taffeta satin stripes 5 inches wide or white with floral brocade yard 65 cents, white brocade ribbons in three patterns yard 35 cents. Bon Marche upper main floor.

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M’adoo Rainbow Man U. S BON Marche Cies Dolmans and Capes L. C. Martin Children’s Shoe Shop Margaret
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